KIA Niro: Economical operation (Kia NIRO Hybrid)

KIA Niro EV, Hybrid - Second generation - (SG2) (2021-2024) - Owner's manual / Driving your vehicle / Economical operation (Kia NIRO Hybrid)

Your vehicle's fuel economy depends mainly on your style of driving, where you drive and when you drive.

Each of these factors affects how many kilometers (miles) you can get from a liter (gallon) of fuel. To operate your vehicle as economically as possible, use the following driving suggestions to help save money in both fuel and repairs:

Drive smoothly.
Drive at a moderate speed.
Take care of your tires.
Be sure that the wheels are aligned correctly.
Maintain your vehicle in accordance with the maintenance schedule.
Don't carry unnecessary weight in your vehicle.
Don't let the engine idle longer than necessary.
Don't "lug" or "over-rev" the engine.
Don't open the windows at high speeds.
Slow down when driving in crosswinds and headwinds.

WARNING

Never turn off the vehicle to coast down hills or anytime the vehicle is in motion.

The power steering and power brakes will not function properly with turning off the vehicle. In addition, turning off the vehicle while driving could make the steering wheel heavy due to the power steering system not operating, turn the steering wheel stronger than usual.

Special driving conditions

Hazardous driving conditions

If driving conditions deteriorate due to poor weather or road conditions, you should pay even more attention than usual. When hazardous driving conditions are encountered such as water, snow, ice, mud, sand, or similar hazards, follow these su

Rocking the vehicle

If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to free it from snow, sand, or mud, first turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around your front wheels. Then, shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and any forward gear. Do not

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In the event of brake failure (Kia Niro EV)

Operation Make an emergency stop with the parking brake. Operating condition(s) The brake has failed Power-assisted brakes Operation Apply greater force to the brake pedal. Operating condition(s) The vehicle is stalled

Clutch Actuator Assembly

Components Fork cover Clutch actuator assembly Extension connector Motor 1 (Odd) Motor 2 (Even) Specifications Description The clutch actuator uses signals from the Transmission Control Module (TCM) to control the clutch.